Sök
to creep up on
[phrase form: creep]
01
smyga sig på, närma sig tyst
to move slowly and gradually toward someone or something without being noticed
Example
The mischievous kids crept up on their sleeping friend, to scare him by hiding in the shadows and waiting for the perfect moment.
As the hikers remained silent, they witnessed a deer silently creeping up on them in the dense forest, showcasing the beauty of wildlife encounters.
The spy needed to infiltrate the enemy base, so he meticulously planned to creep up on the guards, avoiding any detection.
02
smita sig på, överraska
(of a date or an event) to come or happen sooner than one was expecting
Example
The deadline for the project crept up on us, catching us by surprise.
The due date for the college application crept up on the high school seniors, prompting a flurry of activity in the final weeks.
As the exam date crept up on the students, they realized the need for focused preparation.
03
smyga sig på, växa sakta fram
to gradually experience a feeling, state, etc. in a more clear and noticeable manner
Example
The stress of meeting deadlines and handling increasing workloads crept up on the employees, leading to a collective feeling of exhaustion in the office.
As he celebrated his 40th birthday, the awareness of getting older crept up on him, and he reflected on the passing of time.
The financial difficulties started to creep up on her after months of overspending, and she suddenly found herself in a tight situation.
Exempel
The mischievous kids crept up on their sleeping friend, to scare him by hiding in the shadows and waiting for the perfect moment.
As the hikers remained silent, they witnessed a deer silently creeping up on them in the dense forest, showcasing the beauty of wildlife encounters.
The spy needed to infiltrate the enemy base, so he meticulously planned to creep up on the guards, avoiding any detection.
Trying not to spoil the surprise, Sarah had to carefully creep up on her friend's house to join the birthday celebration unnoticed.
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